Bloated: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when referring to someone feeling overly full or when an object, usually the stomach or belly, is swollen due to gas or overeating.

• After the large meal, he felt bloated and uncomfortable
• The balloon was so bloated that it looked like it might burst at any moment

Typically used to describe a part of the body that has become larger due to injury, infection, or an allergic reaction.

• His eyes were swollen from crying all night
• She couldn't wear her shoes because her feet were swollen

Often used to describe someone who is acting arrogantly or with excessive pride. Also used to describe something that is swollen, particularly due to injury or inflammation.

• After winning the game, he walked around all puffed up, boasting about his skills
• Her ankle was puffed up after she twisted it during the run

Commonly used to describe something that has been filled with air or gas. Can also mean exaggerated or overly high, especially when talking about prices or egos.

• The tire was fully inflated and ready for the long drive
• His sense of self-importance was highly inflated after receiving the award

Used to describe something that is swollen, inflated, or excessively filled. Often used in a physical sense (such as a bloated stomach) but can also refer to things that are excessively large or cumbersome.

• After the big meal, I felt bloated.
• The bloated software took up too much space on my computer.

Similar to 'verbose,' it describes language that uses too many words. Often suggests that the message could be clearer or more effective if more concise.

• His wordy email took a long time to read.
• The manual is too wordy for beginners to understand easily.

Indicates the use of more words than necessary, especially in writing or speech. Often used critically to suggest lack of conciseness.

• Her essay was too verbose, making it hard to follow the main points.
• The professor's verbose explanations confused the students.

Refers to something that is boring or annoying, causing fatigue or irritation. Often used to describe tasks, people, or situations.

• The lecture was so tiresome that several students fell asleep.
• Dealing with his constant complaints became tiresome.